Cusco City Tour - Group Service
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 10 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Cusco City Tour - Group Service worth booking?
Cusco City Tour - Group Service is a 5-hour experience in Cusco, Peru, from $15 per person. It scores 72 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 5/5 rating across 10 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 72 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (10)
- Duration
- 5 hours
- From
- $15 per person
This fabulous half-day tour takes you around all the most important sites of Cusco. Including visits to the Temple of the Sun (Qoricancha) and the various Inca sites found outside of the city, you get to see an incredibl
What you get
- Pick-up from your hotel.
- All transportation
- First Aid Kit.
- Professional Tour Guide
About this experience
This fabulous half-day tour takes you around all the most important sites of Cusco. Including visits to the Temple of the Sun (Qoricancha) and the various Inca sites found outside of the city, you get to see an incredible mixture of Inca and Spanish-style and in the case of Qoricancha, the two combined. Cusco is truly a fascinating place to visit; providing a blend of the two cultures (Inca and Spanish) the city has a look and feel about it that is completely different to the rest of Peru. This tour is a must-do when visiting Cusco and is usually one of the first visits for all visiting tourists.
What's included
Included
- Pick-up from your hotel.
- All transportation
- First Aid Kit.
- Professional Tour Guide
Not included
- Entrance Fees to Archaeological Sites (Partial tourist ticket) - S/70.00 peruvian money.
- Entrance to Qoricancha (Temple of the Sun) - S./20.00 Peruvian money
- Entrance to Cathedral - S./40.00 Peruvian money
- Meals
- Tips
What you'll see and do
Cusco Cathedral
is a symbol of the Andean-Christian religious syncretism famous for its chapels, altars, etc.
40 minutes here · Admission not included
The Coricancha was the most important temple for the Incas. Such was the perfection of its walls that even surpass Machu Picchu. Currently, the temple is one of the main tourist attractions of the city of Cusco.
40 minutes here · Admission not included
Sacsayhuaman
Sacsayhuamán is one of the most amazing buildings in the world. One thinks that it began to be constructed during the government of Inca Pachacutec in century XV. It is believed that more than 20 thousand men extracted the stones from the nearby quarries and moved it 20 kilometers to the hill of the city of Cusco. Today, it is estimated that Sacsayhuaman retains only 40 percent of its old structure. Even so, the site has structures of up to 125 tons of weight. How the Incas built Sacsayhuaman with structures of an unlikely weight and size for the time? Many questions are still a mystery. There lies the beauty of this archaeological site.
40 minutes here · Admission not included
Q'enqo
The Quechua name Qenqo means labyrinth. In the worldview of the Andean culture, this place was built to invoke to Kaypacha, legendary snake that gives rise to life. The Incas used this place as a bridge to communicate with others of their gods like the sun, the earth, the mountains, the moon and the stars. Everything in this place has a special mystique, the amphitheater, the mazes, the canals and the sacrificial room.
40 minutes here · Admission not included
Puka Pukara houses enclosures such as inner squares, canals, aqueducts, baths and a well-known ancient road, which should have been part of the network of Inca roads known as Qhapaq Ñan; The buildings are built with rocks of different sizes (small and medium). Puca Pucara presents the surface of the rocks very uneven, compared to other archaeological sites.
40 minutes here · Admission not included
Tambomachay
The archaeological complex of Tambomachay is also known as the Baños de Inca, and is one of the most important Inca buildings; This is due to the great mastery and the incredible work with the stones that form its walls. It has an astonishing subterranean hydraulic system, and this is very simple to explain, the Inca civilization revered the water as a life-giving deity.
40 minutes here · Admission not included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Cusco
If you prefer not to be picked up from your hotel, we can pick you up from a specific meeting point in the city, such as Plaza Regocijo.
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.
Ends at
If you prefer not to be picked up from your hotel, we can pick you up from a specific meeting point in the city, such as Plaza Regocijo.
Ends at
The drop-off point is near Cusco's main square.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Inkayni Peru Tours
Know before you go
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 10 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
7 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
5 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Photo opportunities
2 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Organization
2 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Food and drink
2 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Pace and timing
2 mentionsSeveral reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.
Traveler reviews
10 verified traveler reviews for Cusco City Tour - Group Service. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Our family trip was very rewarding. We get great impressions of the people and the Peruvian country
It was a very nice experience. Knowing about Peruvian culture is very enriching. Our guide Justino always attentive and very understanding with those who had some difficulty in the other tours.
via Tripadvisor (translated)
MAGIC
We did the machupichu tour with Jonathan and it was the best experience of life the most magical and special! The best attention and treatment from him! Thank you very much
via Tripadvisor (translated)
A top-notch Cusco city tour
This was an excellent tour. We saw and learned so much in 4 hours yet we never felt rushed. The sites that we visited we all remarkable. Ernesto was a wonderful guide. He was quite personable, knowledgeable and flexible.
via Tripadvisor
Excellent and recommended tour
Excellent experience, correct coordination in time and attention at all times. Special recognition to Guides Paul Cano and Johan, as well as driver Guido Thank you very much for your patience, good attention and patience.
via Tripadvisor (translated)
We loved it, Justino and Rodrigo, our guides, were excellent people with a lot of knowledge
Excellent service, kindness, punctuality, friendship. Recommended at 💯. Justino and Rodrigo, our guides, were people with a lot of knowledge of the place and also very organized.
via Tripadvisor (translated)
Good to know
- Duration
- 5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 12+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 4
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 72
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Cusco City Tour - Group Service: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Cusco.
How much does Cusco City Tour - Group Service cost?
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Prices start at $15 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Cusco usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Cusco City Tour - Group Service take?
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Plan for about 5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Cusco is not rushed.
Is Cusco City Tour - Group Service worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 72 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 10 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Cusco, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Cusco City Tour - Group Service?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Cusco City Tour - Group Service suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 12. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 5-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Cusco City Tour - Group Service?
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Around 4 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Cusco can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Cusco and add a light layer if any part of the 5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Cusco City Tour - Group Service start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Cusco within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Cusco?
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On Outty we rank every Cusco experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Sacred Valley Full Day Tour, Peruvian Cooking Class Cocktails and Market Tour in Cusco, Cusco: Rainbow Mountain & Red Valley Premium Day Trip with Meals. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Cusco?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Cusco?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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